Rhône Trout
NameRhône Trout
Scientific NameSalmo trutta rhodanensis
Common NamesRhône Trout, Brown Trout (Rhône variant)
FamilySalmonidae
OriginEurope, Rhône River basin, France, Switzerland
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)25
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)45-65
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesTypically kept alone or with very large, robust coldwater fish
Description
The Rhône Trout is a regional variant of the Brown Trout, native to the Rhône River basin in Europe. It is a predatory, coldwater fish known for its mottled brown and yellow coloration, often with distinct dark spots. This species requires pristine, well-oxygenated water and a very large environment to thrive, making it unsuitable for most home aquariums.
